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Spiral Beaded Fringe Macrame Tutorial

This video tutorial from The Potomac Bead Company shows you how to make a spiral macrame beaded fringe bracelet or necklace. This style of jewelry has a very earthly look that many will enjoy!

Step 1: Choose Your Materials

Step 2: Watch the 
Video Tutorial

Spiral Beaded Fringe Macrame Tutorial
The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Waxed linen cording
  • Six millimeter glass pearls
  • Czech leaves in green iris color
  • Three millimeter Czech glass in Montana blue
  • Button closure
  • Super New Glue
  • Scissors
  • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Cut two pieces of waxed linen cording about 32 inches long. Fold them in half to create four strands.
    Start with a Knot: Tie an overhand knot at one end to secure the button closure.
    Spiral Stitch Beginnings: Create a basic spiral stitch by arranging the cords and performing the stitch technique as demonstrated.
    Adding Beads: Add beads to the cording, alternating sides and types to create a fluffy, textured appearance.
    Finishing the Bracelet: Once the desired length is reached, secure the end with a button and a final knot. Apply glue to ensure durability.
    Completion: Trim any excess cording after the glue dries. Your spiral beaded fringe bracelet or necklace is now ready to wear.

    Step 4: Pick Your Own Colors

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    • BeadTec Dual-Tip Paint Markers | Pack of 24
    • BeadTec UV Cure Resin | 50ml
    • Loctite Super Glue .14oz
    • BeadTec 10-Step Mandrel for Making Rings | 2-Piece Set | 1.5-10mm
    • Potomacbeads Beading Ruler | Ultimate Mini Pocket | Smoke | 3.5x2.5"

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    BeadTec Beading Ruler | Advanced | 6x3"
    Spiral Beaded Fringe Macrame Tutorial
    PotomacBeads Pliers - Round Nose Pliers

    Step 6: Choose Your Next Project

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    Step 6: Choose Your Next Project

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    Item Description

    This video tutorial from The Potomac Bead Company shows you how to make a spiral macrame beaded fringe bracelet or necklace. This style of jewelry has a very earthly look that many will enjoy!

    Designer's Material List

    The Designer’s suggested colors and materials:
  • Waxed linen cording
  • Six millimeter glass pearls
  • Czech leaves in green iris color
  • Three millimeter Czech glass in Montana blue
  • Button closure
  • Super New Glue
  • Scissors
  • Project Steps

    Prepare Materials: Cut two pieces of waxed linen cording about 32 inches long. Fold them in half to create four strands.
    Start with a Knot: Tie an overhand knot at one end to secure the button closure.
    Spiral Stitch Beginnings: Create a basic spiral stitch by arranging the cords and performing the stitch technique as demonstrated.
    Adding Beads: Add beads to the cording, alternating sides and types to create a fluffy, textured appearance.
    Finishing the Bracelet: Once the desired length is reached, secure the end with a button and a final knot. Apply glue to ensure durability.
    Completion: Trim any excess cording after the glue dries. Your spiral beaded fringe bracelet or necklace is now ready to wear.